The Chemistry Department is proud to congratulate three of our students who have been recognized by the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP) for their outstanding academic achievements and research potential:

• Zelda Cheng (PhD Chemistry, 1st year) — Shane Parker Group — NSF GRFP Honorable Mention
• Griffin Pardo (BS Chemistry, 4th year) — Metin Karayilan Group — NSF GRFP Honorable Mention
• Sara Desai (BS Biochemistry, 4th year) — Divita Mathur Group — NSF GRFP Award

We commend Zelda, Griffin, and Sara for this national recognition and celebrate the excellent mentorship and research environment provided by their advisors.

About the NSF GRFP:
The National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program supports outstanding graduate students in NSF-supported STEM fields who are pursuing research-based master’s and doctoral degrees. The program aims to help ensure the vitality and diversity of the nation’s scientific and engineering workforce by providing financial support and professional development opportunities to early-career researchers. More information about the program can be found here.